Stillwater's historic Main Street got some national TV attention Monday morning when it was featured in a "Good Morning America" segment called "Main Street USA." The segment highlights iconic main streets across the country in communities "that keep the American spirit alive."
Stillwater's Main Street makes an appearance on 'Good Morning America'
It was featured in a segment that highlights iconic main streets across the country.
July 3, 2023 at 6:43PM
Stillwater was the first city featured in the weeklong series, which will also visit Chestnut Hill, Pa.; Chagrin Falls, Ohio; McKinney, Texas; and Disney World in Orlando.
In the six-minute segment, ABC News reporter Alex Perez reported live from Stillwater. Perez called the St. Croix River town "one of the most beautiful, amazing main streets across America." Behind him, a big crowd of residents held up signs saying things like, "Happy Birthday Elise," "Go Ponies" and "Good Morning Grandma."
The segment showed scenes of the city's attractions, including gondolas on the St. Croix, the Stillwater Trolley and Leo's Grill & Malt Shop.
Stillwater Mayor Ted Kozlowski also made an appearance to proclaim July 3 as "Sara Jespersen Day," honoring a local resident and businesswoman who helped transform a downtown "trash alley" into an art and entertainment space. Jespersen, owner of the Lumberjack ax-throwing bar, also helped bring the World Snow Sculpting Championship to Stillwater.
Lefse-wrapped Swedish wontons, a soothing bowl of rice porridge and a gravy-laden commercial filled our week with comfort and warmth.
